What kind of glass should you use for a mojito?

Mojitos are traditionally served in a highball glass. It's typically served on the rocks with a straw.

Can you use something other than mint in a mojito?

Yes! While mint is traditional (and we think tastes most flavorful and fresh), you can substitute fresh mint with another herb if preferred. A few options include basil, thyme, rosemary or tarragon. A mix of herbs would work, too.

What is a cocktail muddler?

A muddler is essentially used like a pestle to mash cocktail ingredients at the bottom of a glass to release their flavors. It's typically used for fruits , herbs and spices. They're typically made out of wood, stainless steel or stone and have a long thin handle so they can reach the bottom of a tall glass or cocktail shaker.

Easy Pineapple Mojito - Crowded Kitchen

Description

This Easy Pineapple Mojito recipe comes together in just a few minutes with 6 easy-to-find ingredients! With fresh mint, tart lime juice and sweet pineapple, it's super refreshing, perfectly balanced, and a total crowd pleaser.

Ingredients

Units Scale

6 large mint leaves
1 tablespoon sugar
1 fl oz ounce lime juice (or half of a small lime, cut into wedges)
2 fl oz white rum
3 fl oz pineapple juice
2 fl oz sparkling wine (or club soda)

Instructions

Add the mint, sugar and lime juice/lime wedges to a cocktail shaker and muddle for about 15 seconds. If using whole lime wedges, make sure to squeeze as much juice out of the lime as possible. Let sit for a few minutes so the sugar can dissolve.
Fill the cocktail shaker halfway with ice, then pour in pineapple juice and rum and shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds.
Strain into a highball glass filled with ice, then top off with club soda or sparkling wine. Garnish with lime wedge and fresh mint (optional).

Notes

Make it without alcohol (mocktail version): Substitute the 2 ounces of rum with another ounce of pineapple juice, a half ounce of lime juice, and another half ounce of club soda. Alternatively, try an alcohol-free spirit, like this rum alternative from Ritual Zero Proof.

Rum: You can technically use either white or dark rum in this recipe, but white rum is more traditional. Dark rum, however, would be delicious (and would add a bit more of a spiced flavor).

Pitcher version for a crowd: Multiply the quantities of each ingredient to make desired amount and store in a pitcher in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Wait to add the sparkling wine/club soda until just before serving. Pro tip: you can also wait to strain out the mint until just before serving so it has a bit longer to infuse.

Club soda or sparkling wine: either option works well to add a bit of fizz to top off your mojito.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Cocktails
Method: No cook
Cuisine: Cuban

Nutrition

Serving Size:
Calories: 381
Sugar: 60.1 g
Sodium: 17.2 mg
Fat: 0.1 g
Carbohydrates: 62.9 g
Fiber: 0.9 g
Protein: 1.6 g